Security Engineer (Remote, US) | 4-Day Work Week | $120K-$140K

Website YNAB

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Location: Remote (Must be in US Central or Eastern Time Zones)
Company: YNAB (You Need A Budget)
Position: Security Engineer
Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 USD + Annual Raises + Bi-Annual Profit Sharing
Also See: Data Center Design Architect

Protect a Beloved Product That Transforms Financial Lives
YNAB helps hundreds of thousands of people get good with money. For over 20 years, our proven method has paid off debt, strengthened marriages, and restored peace of mind. That deep trust requires ironclad security. Join our dedicated security team with a singular, critical mission: Keep YNAB Secure. If you are a hands-on, technically skilled engineer who balances pragmatism with passion for safeguarding user data, this is your chance to do meaningful work in an award-winning, humane workplace.

The Role: Security Engineer
As a Security Engineer at YNAB, you will be the technical hands implementing and optimizing our security posture. Working closely with our Security Lead, you will focus on technical security implementation, security architecture support, and shared incident response. You’ll configure tooling, analyze logs, collaborate with engineers on secure design, and help ensure security is woven into everything we build. This is a highly collaborative role for someone who loves solving complex problems, values clear communication, and thrives in a four-day work week environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Configure and maintain security tooling (monitoring, vulnerability management), implement access controls, write automation scripts, and analyze security logs (DataDog, etc.).

  • Collaborate with Engineering through secure code reviews, threat modeling, and security testing. Conduct assessments to proactively identify risks.

  • Monitor security events, investigate threats, and respond to incidents. Support bug bounty programs and stay current on emerging threats.

  • Work cross-functionally to find security solutions that enable progress without unnecessary blockers. Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teammates.

Hard Requirements (Non-Negotiable):

  • 2+ years of hands-on experience in security engineering, software engineering, DevOps, or IT security.

  • Practical application security experience (e.g., code reviews, threat modeling, SAST/DAST).

  • Experience building/maintaining security logs (DataDog, Splunk, ELK, CloudWatch, etc.).

  • Must live in the United States (Central or Eastern Time Zones) and be authorized to work without sponsorship.

What Makes You a Great Fit:

  • You’re passionate about building secure systems to protect users.

  • You love digging into technical details and solving complex problems.

  • You balance thoroughness with pragmatism.

  • You communicate clearly and enjoy collaborative, cross-team work.

  • You think creatively about security and compliance, seeking the best solution for YNAB.

Life at YNAB (Why You’ll Love It Here):

  • We work hard and smart, then enjoy a 3-day weekend.

  • Truly async culture with schedule autonomy.

  • Exceptional Benefits:

    • 100% company-paid health/dental/vision premiums for you and your family.

    • 5+ weeks of vacation (3-week minimum + company-wide December break).

    • Generous 401(k) match with best-in-class, ultra-low-fee funds.

    • Professional development stipend & new tech every 3 years.

  • Consistently recognized as a #1 “Great Place to Work”.

  • Protect a product that genuinely changes lives.

Compensation & Growth:

  • Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 annually (based on experience).

  • Annual Raises & Bi-Annual Profit Sharing: When YNAB succeeds, you succeed.

  • Clear Growth Paths: Dedicated support for your professional development.

How to Apply:
Deadline: Sunday, January 25, 2026, 11:59 PM PT.
Please apply via our Pinpoint portal and include:

  1. A resume or informal work history.

  2. A cover letter telling us about yourself and why this role at YNAB appeals to you.

  3. Your 1-2 paragraph answers to the three specific questions outlined in the full job description.

Apply Here: https://ynab.pinpointhq.com/en/postings/54727c91-6605-4e8a-b91b-e56798d78288

We are an equal opportunity employer. We believe a diversity of backgrounds and experiences is critical to our success. All are encouraged to apply.

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